Wednesday, March 2, 2022

CLXV: The Cursed, Fast Times at Ridgemont High Deep Dive

 Recorded - 2/27/2022

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review a small horror film in theaters before deep diving one of the most iconic 80's high school movies celebrating its 40th anniversary this year.  Here are the highlights:
  • Oscars, SAG Updates, and Hot Takes (0:00)
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Review: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (15:40)
    • Terry's Oscar Review: War Witch (19:00)
    • Zach's Review: The People Next Door (22:30)
  • Featured Review: The Cursed (26:00)
  • 40th Anniversary Deep Dive: Fast Times at Ridgemont High (39:20)
    • Mt. Rushmore: Movie Stoners & Recasting (1:05:30)
    • Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character (1:35:10)
    • Stickman, Douchebag, Best Scene (1:50:40)
    • Gripes & Conspiracies (2:02:15)
    • MVP, LVP, Quote of the Day (2:07:10)
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Sunday, February 27, 2022

Daly Notes: 2022 Independent Spirit Awards Preview - Who We Voted For!

On this episode of Daly Notes, Adam is joined by Todd Plucknett as they discuss the 2022 Spirit Awards. As they are both Film Independent members they can vote on the nominees of the Spirit Awards! Todd and Adam break down each category and tell you who they both voted for! Drive My Car! The Lost Daughter! Zola! The Novice! Mass! Pig!

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

CLXIV: The Worst Person in the World, Dog, Worst Post-Nom Careers

 Recorded - 2/20/2022

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we discuss a surprise Oscar hit that finally got a wide theatrical release before reviewing the latest Channing Tatum movie.  Then, we count down the top film careers that didn't quite live up to the hype of an Oscar nomination.  We end with some trivia about the greatest songs in movie history.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Review: The Beta Test (6:30)
    • Zach's Review: Normal Life (9:30)
    • Terry's Oscar Review: 5 Broken Cameras (12:30)
  • Featured Review: The Worst Person in the World (17:30)
  • Featured Review: Dog (36:45)
  • Power Rankings: Worst Post Oscar-Nominated Career (48:30)
    • Guessing Adam's List (1:32:55)
  • Trivia
    • Terry's Trivia Review: Zola (1:40:15)
    • Zach's Trivia Review: Black Bear (1:44:45)
    • Trivia: Top 100 Songs (1:50:10)
  • Quote of the Day (1:56:30)
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Wednesday, February 16, 2022

CLXIII: Adam's Rib, Titanic Deep Dive

 Recorded - 2/13/2022

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we start by discussing the two biggest pieces of news for the week: the Super Bowl and the Oscar nominations.  Then we do a retro "Come to the Stable" review of a classic before deep diving one of the biggest movies of all time that is celebrating 25 years this year.  Here are the highlights:
  • Reactions to the Oscar Nominations (9:40)
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Zach Review: Looking for Mr. Goodbar (15:00)
    • Terry Reviews: The Man Without a Past, Moonfall, and Death on the Nile (19:00)
    • Todd Review: 7 Days (24:30)
  • "Come to the Stable" Review: Adam's Rib (27:30)
  • Deep Dive: Titanic
    • Trivia (37:00)
    • First Impressions (51:00)
    • Mt. Rushmore: Onscreen Couples and Recasting (1:06:50)
    • Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character (1:36:10)
    • Douchebag, Stickman, Flaws. & Conspiracies (1:49:20)
    • Best Scene, LVP, MVP, Quote of the Day (2:04:20)




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Daly Notes: Kimi, Nightmare Alley, The Golden Compass

On this week's episode of Daly Notes, Adam talks about the latest HBO Max movie - Kimi, and shares a story of his experience near the production of the film. Adam talks about the 2021 film - Nightmare Alley, the 2007 film - The Golden Compass and then spin the wheel of movie fortune!

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Sunday, February 6, 2022

CLXII: Jackass Forever, Oscar Nomination Predictions, Obnoxious Movie Trailers

 Recorded - 2/6/2022

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review the latest entry into the Jackass franchise before giving our final predictions of the names read on Oscar nomination morning.  We then reminisce about the most obnoxious movie trailers we have experienced over the years.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Indie Spirit Review: Pleasure (6:50)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (9:45)
    • Zach's Review: Pam & Tommy debut (14:25)
  • Featured Review: Jackass Forever (18:30)
  • Spotlight: Oscar Nomination Predictions (34:40)
  • Power Rankings: Obnoxious Movie Trailers (1:11:15)
    • Guessing Adam's List (1:52:50)
  • Trivia
    • Todd's Trivia Review: La notres (1:56:50)
    • Terry's Trivia Review: Grizzly Man (2:00:20)
    • Trivia: Jackass Box Office (2:07:35)
  • Quote of the Day (2:14:20)
Read Todd's Final Oscar Nomination Prediction Article: https://almostsideways.blogspot.com/2022/02/2022-oscar-predictions-final.html




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Daly Notes: Jackass Forever, Beverly Hills Cop II

On this episode of Daly Notes - Adam talks about Jackass Forever and gives you his quick thoughts on the other 4 films in this Jackass franchise. He also goes back to 1987 for a first time watch of an Oscar Nominated film - Beverly Hills Cop II!

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